Introduction

The Shia Ismaili Muslims are a community of ethnically and culturally diverse peoples living in over 25 countries around the world, united in their allegiance to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan (known to the Ismailis as Mawlana Hazar Imam) as the 49th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader), and direct descendant of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).

 

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Bridges of Canadian hope: Showcasing Canada’s success in international development

This ring of chairs, shown from the Calgary exhibit of Bridges that Unite, is symbolic of AKFC’s approach to development that empowers the community to determine their own needs. Photo: Courtesy of Aga Khan Foundation Canada

Bridges that Unite is a bilingual travelling exhibition that explores the 25-year partnership between the Canadian International Development Agency and the Aga Khan Development Network. Powerful images and voices showcase accomplishments enabled by Canadian generosity, and invite visitors to consider Canada’s role in some of the world’s most isolated and impoverished regions.

 

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World Partnership Walk to celebrate its 25th year in Canada

Twenty-fifth World Partnership Walk logo. Copyright: Aga Khan Foundation Canada

In 1985, a small group of Ismaili women wanted to make a difference in the fight against global poverty. Their first steps gave birth to the World Partnership Walk, the largest and most successful event of its kind in Canada..

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